Yashi Srivastava

Category: happiness

  • The Importance of Celebrating Wins

    A couple of days ago, I participated in a year-end reflection exercise facilitated by a colleague. A small group of entrepreneurs had come together to reflect on how 2023 turned out for us. Of all the questions I reflected on, the one that struck me the most was this: What’s ONE thing you want to celebrate about the…

  • The Elements of Regret-free Living

    Yesterday, I conducted an online workshop on emotional well-being. It went well. If you were there, thank you! I appreciate you taking the time. If you couldn’t make it, that’s okay. I will be offering more such events in 2024 and let you know when I do. Today, I want to talk to you about…

  • Are you Enjoying you Days (Life)?

    “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.”  – Annie Dillard When I returned to Canada after spending over two months with family and friends in India, I found myself a bit listless and disoriented. The kids went back to school. My husband resumed his routine. But even though there was a…

  • What Do You Have That You Once Longed For?

    A couple of weeks ago, I was taking my kids to school/daycare. It had been a hectic morning and we were running late. As I got them into the car, fastened their seat belts, and sat behind the wheel, I let out a big sigh. Finally, I thought to myself, we’re on our way. And then, a thought…

  • What Do You Want To Grow?

    Whether or not you are into new year’s resolutions, you are likely pursuing goals that matter to you. Today I want to share something I’ve learned about actually making progress on meaningful goals. Towards the end, I’ll also invite you to set an intention for your work with self-compassion. What you practice grows stronger In her inspiring TEDx…

  • Whose Idea of Happiness is Driving Your Life?

    Have you ever felt that even though you have everything you need to live a happy, fulfilling life, you are still not happy? While others find your life inspiring and enviable, you find yourself dissatisfied? Maybe, at times, you wonder: what is wrong with me? I have everything! Why can’t I just be happy? One…